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Gina Michalopulos Kingsley
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A Southern Paradise
Although slang has abbreviated it to “Cabo,” the full moniker is Cabo San Lucas, or the Cape of Saint Luke. This writer’s personal description is...
Engulfed in
Galveston Island
Never before has a beach destination been more welcome than this past year. COVID-19 restrictions have thrust travelers into creative domestic trips, and Galveston, Texas...
The Rock (and Roll) of Gibraltar
When you think of Gibraltar, you might envision the emblematic rock. The monolithic limestone promontory on the Iberian Peninsula is steeped in history. However, this...
Hitting the Open Road
Road trips aren’t just nostalgic this year … they’re necessary. Due to pandemic-related travel restrictions, people are seeking close-to-home vacation spots to entertain themselves and...
Dynamic and Historic
While travel may be in flux due to the pandemic, this time can be used to ponder and plan your next international trip. If you’re...
In the Glow of Quito
Quito, Ecuador, is an ideal base for cultural and ecological day trips around the country. The charming boutique hotel Portal del Cantuña is 50 feet...
Capturing la Vida Pura
When you find yourself eating juicy starfruit plucked from a tree after a midday rain has lulled you into a misty trance, you’ve embraced the...
A Citadel in the Sky
Some people like to keep their feet on the ground and their heads out of the clouds. However, many of life’s best experiences occur high...
Embracing Santa Barbara
Air perfumed with pine, eucalyptus, lavender, jasmine and orange blossoms wafts in on ocean breezes. Red tile roofs, white-washed architecture, bougainvilleas and towering trees stand...